Can you run A and B speakers at the same time ? How many speakers can be played together at the same time , total, with just this receiver ?
31130
I currently have 9 speakers connected and from what I have read, 2 more can be connected using the B speaker connection.
31131
The 1523 has a mode "7.1ch + Speaker B" which you can select during setup which allows you to then select either (1) the A speakers, or (2) the B speakers, or (3) both A and B speakers at the same time or (4) all speakers off. So that makes the answer to the first part of the question "yes". There are several other modes available during setup, but whatever you do, this receiver by itself cannot drive more than 9 speakers at the same time. The rear panel has 11 physical connections, so there are always at least two of those that do not have sound.
31132
This receiver has 9 amplified channels. You can establish a "B Speaker" called Zone 2 using a pair of the amplified outputs. This leaves 7 amplified chennels for the main listening area. There are also two sets of pre-amp level outputs available for Zone 3 and Zone 2. The configuration options of the SC-1523-K are exceptional.
31133
You can run zone 1 and 2 at the same time. It's a 9,2 receiver so I guess nine speakers. Two subwoofers and two zone 2 speakers at the maximum. But many other options would be possible.
894925
Yes, you can buy additional receivers and other people can listen to the same mix. No way of sending separate mixes though.
1447826
No, A/B & A or B combination switch is not is not adequate for a 5 speaker set up. You need a speaker control (switchable) that gives you the option of A/B/C/D. You can engage one at a time or all 4 at once. Each individual terminal will allow you to connect 2 speakers to each channel. If you have a hi powered system be sure to purchase a high power rated speaker controller. Most decent ones are rated to at least 100 w/ RMS.
909110
You can run either. You can loop it at the speaker and make it mono. Or run both left and right to get a stereo signal. Just depends on your install.
839391
Thanks for your question. You could run two pair of outdoor speakers off of an external amplifier that would hook up to one of the zone line outputs. If you run the outside off of unused speaker outputs, then I would not play two pair of outdoor speakers very loudly when playing them simultaneously. This is a fantastic sounding receiver. World Wide Stereo is 35 years old and a very proud Pioneer dealer.
692024
Yes. You can use a set of speakers on only "A", only "B", or both A&B; at the same time. Works very well.
883362
It only has one speaker input, but I don't think it would be a problem if you have a receiver that could bridge the connection, or made for 1 surround.
979579
the receiver is a 9.2 channel capable amp...therefore it can run 4 pairs of speakers and a center channel speaker...also 2 powered subwoofers...thats 2 fronts, 2 rear surround, 2 side surrounds, 2 outdoor or b speakers & a center channel speaker...2 subs also...it is an outstanding clean powerful razor sharp receiver...i am impressed!!!
151913
I have no problem running large front speakers along with a sub.... with the rear surround speakers at the same time.Phil
1205687
This is not an amp. It takes an output to speakers and can run different sets of speakers. If you do not have enough power in your receiver to run the speakers it will not work. Each time you turn on a set of speakers it will drop the power by a percentage. Some receivers can not handle more then three sets.
1745931
Actually, I bought an old Sony home theater receiver from Craigslist for $20. These older receivers (the ones with Dolby Prologic but not Dolby Digital and/or DTS) have A and B speaker outputs, which can both be run at the same time for a total of four speakers in stereo. If you're not put off by the idea of buying things from Craigslist, this might be the best and most affordable option (affordability being, I assume, the biggest criterion if you're buying these speakers, as was the case for me).I hope this helps. :)
110169
Old guy here too. The "A/B" thing is pretty much replaced with Zone 1, Zone 2, etc. It's like a B set of speakers, but Zone 1 (your main room where the 5.1 is) can play one thing, and Zone 2 (your patio) can play something completely different, because there are multiple amps in the AVR. So, you can play a CD in Zone 1 (main room), and listen to Pandora in Zone 2 (patio). Of course, you can play the same thing in both zones if you like. It's more versatile than simple A/B.
758312
This system only uses on channel of your system. Which can limit what you want to do. This system is really good for multiple speakers, but not best if you want o use it for any musical setting.
378676
I would suggest NOT. This device is used only for multiple speaker distribution from one amplified source. I am not an "ee", but the reverse logic (4 sources to one speaker source) may appear to work, but you may cause harm to the other sources depending on how the sources were designed. I am not certain why you would want four receivers input to the same system, unless you are operating a store. You should consult a local expert if you are certain you want to do this.
1458238
I'm no stereo geek but I'll try to answer your question. This systems has two speaker connection points so you could connect 4 speakers but the two speakers on the "right" connection would act in unison as would the two on the "left" connection so I don't know what you'd gain. Hope that's helpful to you.
1637788
i have this receiver and love it. I power 3 zones with it. All you need is speakers for zone 2 and 3. No additional amplifiers needed as all 3 zones are powered by the receiver itself. if you run 2 sets of speakers per zone, make sure your speakers have an impedance matching the receivers impedance. Do your research about how to connect them to not generate the wrong impedance. Connect speakers in series: add up impedance and you are on the safe side. If your wiring does not allow to connect them in series, make sure each of the 2 speakers you connect in parallel have double the impedance than the minimum impedance your receiver can support. Example: minimum impedance 8Ohms means you could either run 2 speakers each 4 ohms or higher in series (totals to 8 Ohms or higher) OR 2 speakers 16 ohms or higher in parallel (totals 8 ohms or higher).
1743915
I Have 4 sets of speakers and I don't have issues. @ speakers are set for 'A' another set is set more "B" and there is an additional "C" and "D" that can be turned on same time to play all sets at once. As I use them The A and B represent different rooms.